Alliance Gator

22/06/2026

Choosing the right joint sand color can completely change the look of a paver project.

With our Color Selector Tool, you can preview polymeric and resin sand colors alongside a variety of popular paver styles before installation.

Compare colors for:
✔ G2 Maxx
✔ Gator Maxx
✔ G2 SuperSand
✔ SuperSand
✔ Gator Nitro
✔ Gator Nitro-X

Take the guesswork out of color selection and help your customers visualize the finished result.

👉 Try it now on the Alliance Gator website.

18/06/2026

What if decorative aggregate could look this good and stay in place?

From luxury garden pathways and poolside retreats to outdoor living spaces and municipal streetscapes, Rock Bond helps transform loose aggregate into beautiful, durable, permeable surfaces.

We've compiled some of our favorite application ideas into a new Rock Bond Design Inspiration Guide.

📖 Download your free copy:
https://www.gator-studio.com/rock-bond-promo-1

16/06/2026

🚨 Seeing weeds, washout, or failing joints? Before blaming the polymeric sand, take a closer look at what's happening above and below the surface. Persistent moisture, paver movement, poor drainage, and installation errors are often the underlying culprits.

In our latest blog, we break down 5 warning signs that could be causing your joint failure—and what to do about them.

🔗 Read the full article:
https://hubs.li/Q04lFbLl0

When polymeric sand joints begin to fail, it's easy to assume the sand itself is the problem. In reality, joint failure is often a symptom of underlying installation or drainage issues. If you're noticing cracking, erosion, or washout in your paver joints, here are five warning signs worth investig

02/06/2026

Every contractor has their go-to method for cutting and seaming artificial turf.

On a recent Xturf installation, AJ tested a new cutting tool that helped make the process more efficient. (Check out the photo 👀)

Now we're curious:

What's your preferred tool or technique for cutting artificial turf?

✂️ Heavy-duty shears?
🔪 Utility knife?
🛠️ Something else?

Bonus points if you've found a trick that helps create cleaner seams or speeds up installation.

Drop your thoughts in the comments. We'd love to hear what's working for you in the field.

28/05/2026

Organic stains can make a beautiful paver project look years older than it really is.

Leaves, algae, moss, mildew, and tannin stains are some of the most common maintenance issues contractors face — but using the wrong cleaning method can actually damage the surface.

In our latest article, we break down:
✔ How to identify common organic stains
✔ Safe cleaning methods for pavers and natural stone
✔ Pressure washing mistakes to avoid
✔ Preventative maintenance tips for long-term results

Because maintaining a hardscape properly is just as important as installing it correctly.

Read the full guide here 👇
https://hubs.li/Q04jfsVx0

Every outdoor hardscape project will eventually be impacted by an organic stain—bird droppings, leaf tannins, berries, moss, and algae. Thankfully the process for treating these types of stains is relatively fast and simple. Here's our reliable, field-tested method that hardscape contractors can u

18/05/2026

Eurostone Bond is arguably the strongest polymeric sand on the market. In this new article, we outline what every hardscape contractor should know about where to use it -- and where not to:

✔ Why wetcast driveways require Eurostone
✔ Why fan patterns often fail
✔ Why dry-laid cobblestone is not warrantable
✔ Where contractors get into trouble most often
✔ The role interlock plays in long-term joint performance

If you work with wetcast pavers, natural stone, or vehicular hardscapes, this is definitely worth the read.

When it comes to polymeric sand, not all products are built the same. Some are designed for standard residential patios. Others are engineered for more demanding applications where joint stability, water resistance, and long-term durability actually matter. That’s where Alliance Eurostone Bond com...

14/05/2026

What’s the difference between Gator Rock Bond and Gator Stone Bond (Pathway Stabilizer)?

While both stabilize aggregate surfaces, they’re designed for entirely different applications.

We put together a contractor-focused breakdown covering:
✔ Best use cases
✔ Installation differences
✔ Permeability & performance
✔ Product availability by region

Read the full article on our Gator Studio hardscape training portal!

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14/05/2026

What’s the difference between Gator Rock Bond and Gator Stone Bond (Pathway Stabilizer)?

While both stabilize aggregate surfaces, they’re designed for entirely different applications.

We put together a contractor-focused breakdown covering:
✔ Best use cases
✔ Installation differences
✔ Permeability & performance
✔ Product availability by region

Read the full article.⤵️

https://www.gator-studio.com/blog/difference-between-gator-rock-bond-and-stone-bond

24/04/2026

Welcome to the Gator Team!!!
We’re excited to share that we’ve recently added three new members to the Gator Team! Please join us in welcoming Gerry Morrissey, Chris Ramirez, and Stephen Kelley.

16/04/2026

Spring = cleaning and sealing season. Here’s what homeowners are asking right now (and how we're answering) 👇

https://www.gator-studio.com/blog/spring-equals-cleaning-and-sealing-paver-season

Aside from the longer days, rising temperatures, and flowers blooming, we know spring time is here when our Inbox fills up with cleaning and sealing questions. In this article, we’re going to share our answers to the most common questions we’ve received from homeowners over the past month.